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Saturday, October 1, 2011

Humorous vulgarity ahead

I think we can all agree that Illamasqua is a unique company. They have a knack for thinking outside the box with pretty much every aspect of their company. Take a look at any collection they have previously created and I bet money the most common reaction is likely, "wow!"

Part of Illamasqua's charm is their style of product naming, which I find quite entertaining, scandalous, and the perfect breeding ground for vulgar humor ... right up my alley! The theme and inspiration for "The Theatre of the Nameless" collection seems to be centered around the most illicit of nightlife participants who probably wish to remain anonymous. However, the polish names in this new collection are so memorable, there is nowhere to hide.

Please put your mind in the gutter so that we may begin ....

I have to start with this one ...

Illamasqua - Taint
2 coats

Holy shiz ... literally ... the best name for this color considering the location of well ... you know ... the perineum. <---click if you want to brush up on some human anatomy

The formula and brush were very nice for me.

The finish on all of these polishes is a new waxy "rubber-look". I usually love creams and jelly's, but for some reason preferred the rubber look on all of these.

Here is a comparison between a shiny and a dull Taint.

Illamasqua - Vice
2 coats

This could use a third coat if you are not a fan of visible nail line. Also, if you plan to wear this color, it may be necessary to purchase a whip.

Vice does look slightly different in different lighting situations. More vampy in low light.

Illamasqua - Kink
2 coats

*Random thought* ...
When you were in high school and someone wore green, did you guys used to say they were horny? Weird, I'm still trying to figure that one out.

Here is another shot showing a shiny and rubber finish.

Now that you have purchased a whip, you may want to invest in rubber thigh high boots to complete the look ... and get KINK-AY!

And the most difficult one to photograph for last ...

Illamasqua - Faux Pas
1 coat

I had to doctor this photo a bit to get the color right because my camera likes to make it blue. Although the color is described as a blue violet, it's definitely on the purple side, as shown.

I think the best thing about these polishes are the names and the rubber finish. I never thought I would like the satin/suede/rubber finish, but since these are very basic colors it gives them a little something extra.

28 comments:

Haha, I love the last photo. I would purchase Illamasqua polishes more often if I had the time to drive to my nearest Sephora! The only Illa polish I have is Raindrops, and I love it so. They do have some glorious colors.

Wow...I love faux pas but have to say that taint would have to be my most hated nail polish of all time. I am not at all a fan of brown...for poo reasons...and taint reconfirms all my poo issues!! I dont think i have ever seen a brown nail polish before...and never want to again!! But thanks for swatching!!

OMG I was giggling during this whole post and kind of inappropriately, too, since I'm sitting around listening to my aunt talking about various family members having dementia. *sigh* Whoa, boy! I'm exhausted!

I didn't think it was possible to get more giggly over a polish than Load, but then came Taint. I showed the other half and he was like, "No way." It didn't take much convincing after I said, "It's from the same company that made Load." OMG LMAO! XD I love Illamasqua.

Ok first off- my mind is always in the gutter! I am a very vulgar person and swear like a sailor! I love taint! So awesome! They also have one phallic from a different collection! In high school it was always if you ate green m&ms it would make you horny. I am ordering these right now!!

Gotta say, I love em all! I love those names and I am right there with you an your comments, heeheehee. Anyone that wore green was called horny! and I think a black leather wear is required for most of these polishes :0)

Might have to get Taint just cuz it has a nasty name! I have a question I hope some day you'll cover. I have a high c curve and cannot paint my nails and get complete coverage on the sides without also painting my skin. How the heck do I avoid that? I've tried all sorts of things and hate to think my only option is cleaning up with acetone afterwards.

Tres, I have a high C curve also and have had issues with over painting, lol....I have found if I rock my finger to one side and then work my way to the other side, that helps...not sure if that makes sense without a visual...

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